UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH Therapists in Gladstone, MO
Since the pandemic, anxiety and depression has reached us on a global scale and everyone is in need of a connection to reduce their pain. Being aware of the mind-body-spirit connections, I guide my clients on reaching their goals as well as meeting them where they are without judgement. The majority of my clients seem to want the similar things: peace, balance, and acceptance. I resonate as being an intuitive, holistic therapist that uses a variety of techniques such as CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), DBT (dialectical behavioral therapy) and solution-focused therapy to reduce levels of suffering.
Since the pandemic, anxiety and depression has reached us on a global scale and everyone is in need of a connection to reduce their pain. Being aware of the mind-body-spirit connections, I guide my clients on reaching their goals as well as meeting them where they are without judgement. The majority of my clients seem to want the similar things: peace, balance, and acceptance. I resonate as being an intuitive, holistic therapist that uses a variety of techniques such as CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), DBT (dialectical behavioral therapy) and solution-focused therapy to reduce levels of suffering.
Blake Russell has nearly a decade of experience working in the mental health field in various roles. In 2013, while working in Los Angeles at a private school for teenagers with emotional disturbances, he discovered his passion for helping others navigate the complexities of being human. For many years, Blake worked in the St. Louis area working in various roles within the fields of education and mental health. Blake utilizes various treatment approaches to fit the needs of each individual client.
Blake Russell has nearly a decade of experience working in the mental health field in various roles. In 2013, while working in Los Angeles at a private school for teenagers with emotional disturbances, he discovered his passion for helping others navigate the complexities of being human. For many years, Blake worked in the St. Louis area working in various roles within the fields of education and mental health. Blake utilizes various treatment approaches to fit the needs of each individual client.
Parenting is one of the hardest and most fulfilling experiences that we can have, but it can sometimes feel like a constant battle. I have a deep respect for these complexities, and I would be honored to support you as a parent of an emotionally challenged child or teen. Teen clients that would be a good fit for me may be struggling with anxiety, mood disorders, low functioning autism, asperger’s disorder, peer relations, school issues, self- harm, self-image, family conflict, depression or life transitions.
Parenting is one of the hardest and most fulfilling experiences that we can have, but it can sometimes feel like a constant battle. I have a deep respect for these complexities, and I would be honored to support you as a parent of an emotionally challenged child or teen. Teen clients that would be a good fit for me may be struggling with anxiety, mood disorders, low functioning autism, asperger’s disorder, peer relations, school issues, self- harm, self-image, family conflict, depression or life transitions.
My name is Mary Meehan. I have been in the educational and counseling field for most of my adult life. I began as a Teacher, grades K -8 in parochial schools. I then pursued my Masters in Professional Counseling. It was then that I fell in love with Counseling. I have been with the same non-profit Agency since 1998. Through this opportunity, I have not only Counseled Children, families and in some cases, the faculty and staff where there children attended school. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, and motivation, self-esteem and confidence.
My name is Mary Meehan. I have been in the educational and counseling field for most of my adult life. I began as a Teacher, grades K -8 in parochial schools. I then pursued my Masters in Professional Counseling. It was then that I fell in love with Counseling. I have been with the same non-profit Agency since 1998. Through this opportunity, I have not only Counseled Children, families and in some cases, the faculty and staff where there children attended school. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, and motivation, self-esteem and confidence.
I have a passion for working with people. We all have struggles from time to time and need someone to walk along side us to be a support. I’ve been practicing since 2017, working along side individuals, couples, kids and their families. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, communication struggles, blended family issues, couples, pre-marital, etc. If you’re looking to start your journey to finding a new you, call today!
I have a passion for working with people. We all have struggles from time to time and need someone to walk along side us to be a support. I’ve been practicing since 2017, working along side individuals, couples, kids and their families. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, communication struggles, blended family issues, couples, pre-marital, etc. If you’re looking to start your journey to finding a new you, call today!
Alexis Choppi is a Licensed Professional Counselor. Alexis earned her Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Northwestern University. Alexis is trained in Psychodynamic Therapy and Humanist approaches. She is driven to contribute to the betterment of mental health and wellness on a global scale. Alexis approaches her clients with genuine curiosity and aims to provide a safe space where compassion, respect, and presence lay the foundation for the counseling relationship and allow for growth.
Alexis Choppi is a Licensed Professional Counselor. Alexis earned her Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Northwestern University. Alexis is trained in Psychodynamic Therapy and Humanist approaches. She is driven to contribute to the betterment of mental health and wellness on a global scale. Alexis approaches her clients with genuine curiosity and aims to provide a safe space where compassion, respect, and presence lay the foundation for the counseling relationship and allow for growth.
Chris is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. He is trained in EMDR and other modalities with a focus on helping trauma victims recover. He is a Marine Veteran who brings the skills and knowledge he gained in the Marines into the therapy room. He sees older adolescents, adults, and couples. With experience in helping people with anxiety, depression, marital/couples issues, parenting skills, trauma, and more.
Chris is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. He is trained in EMDR and other modalities with a focus on helping trauma victims recover. He is a Marine Veteran who brings the skills and knowledge he gained in the Marines into the therapy room. He sees older adolescents, adults, and couples. With experience in helping people with anxiety, depression, marital/couples issues, parenting skills, trauma, and more.
Victoria Schleeper
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Gladstone, MO 64118 (Online Only)
Life can be hard sometimes. Wither you are dealing with anxiety, depression, mood issues or simply feeling stuck and frustrated, I can help. My focus is to help you move forward in your life with a better ability to navigate the difficult situations. As we move through this process together the goal is to help you find meaning and growth, as well as symptom relief to improve your overall well-being. As we go through the process of creating realistic and healthy changes that are sustainable in your life, I can assist in identifying these changes as well as provide the support that you need. I provide a solution focused, CBT style
Life can be hard sometimes. Wither you are dealing with anxiety, depression, mood issues or simply feeling stuck and frustrated, I can help. My focus is to help you move forward in your life with a better ability to navigate the difficult situations. As we move through this process together the goal is to help you find meaning and growth, as well as symptom relief to improve your overall well-being. As we go through the process of creating realistic and healthy changes that are sustainable in your life, I can assist in identifying these changes as well as provide the support that you need. I provide a solution focused, CBT style
As a marriage and family therapist, I empower individuals and couples to overcome hurdles and difficulties to improve their relationships and develop a deeper understanding of themselves. As a therapist I am collaborative, laid back, and yet direct when needed. Your relationship with your therapist should feel supportive and safe. I strive to offer that to each individual I see. Although I work with all individuals, I find my niche to be teenagers, adults and couples that are primarily dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, infertility, and family of origin difficulties. I welcome and work with all individuals regardless of race
As a marriage and family therapist, I empower individuals and couples to overcome hurdles and difficulties to improve their relationships and develop a deeper understanding of themselves. As a therapist I am collaborative, laid back, and yet direct when needed. Your relationship with your therapist should feel supportive and safe. I strive to offer that to each individual I see. Although I work with all individuals, I find my niche to be teenagers, adults and couples that are primarily dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, infertility, and family of origin difficulties. I welcome and work with all individuals regardless of race
Elizabeth Prewitt
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Gladstone, MO 64118 (Online Only)
Welcome! I like to look at life as a journey, sometimes it feels like an amazing adventure, other times it can feel completely overwhelming, challenging, or out of control. Most importantly, it is YOUR unique journey, and I am here to help along the way. My name is Liz and I have worked in the behavioral health field for 14 years. I have provided individual therapy to people of all ages and am honored to be a part of your journey with you today. I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, adults, families, and couples, on various clinical issues such as depression, anxiety, grief, trauma,
Welcome! I like to look at life as a journey, sometimes it feels like an amazing adventure, other times it can feel completely overwhelming, challenging, or out of control. Most importantly, it is YOUR unique journey, and I am here to help along the way. My name is Liz and I have worked in the behavioral health field for 14 years. I have provided individual therapy to people of all ages and am honored to be a part of your journey with you today. I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, adults, families, and couples, on various clinical issues such as depression, anxiety, grief, trauma,
Rhonda Blackwell-Althage
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Gladstone, MO 64118 (Online Only)
Challenges and unexpected events may leave us overwhelmed, sad, or anxious. Times of transition and change also bring opportunities for growth and insight. Your willingness to seek therapeutic support is a strength, a time to initiate self-care. For some, this may be a change in how you are thinking and feeling. For others, you might be ready to work to find deeper healing through processing your trauma. I am grateful for being able to share my passion for helping others and accompanying you on your journey of healing and self-discovery. I received a Master's Degree in Counseling from Webster University and have practiced for more
Challenges and unexpected events may leave us overwhelmed, sad, or anxious. Times of transition and change also bring opportunities for growth and insight. Your willingness to seek therapeutic support is a strength, a time to initiate self-care. For some, this may be a change in how you are thinking and feeling. For others, you might be ready to work to find deeper healing through processing your trauma. I am grateful for being able to share my passion for helping others and accompanying you on your journey of healing and self-discovery. I received a Master's Degree in Counseling from Webster University and have practiced for more
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Licensed Professional Counselor, SEP, LPC
Verified Verified
Gladstone, MO 64118 (Online Only)
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I have a PhD in clinical psychology and am a licensed psychologist in Missouri and Kansas. I specialize in evidence-based therapies for adults with anxiety and depression. This includes Social Anxiety Disorder, Panic Disorder, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders, Generalized Anxiety Disorder and Major Depressive Disorder, among others. I also commonly see folks experiencing life transitions, adjustment issues, chronic illness, pregnancy/postpartum, and gender identity concerns. My practice is firmly rooted in empathetic, trauma-informed care, and I approach client concerns from a whole-person, goal-oriented perspective.
I have a PhD in clinical psychology and am a licensed psychologist in Missouri and Kansas. I specialize in evidence-based therapies for adults with anxiety and depression. This includes Social Anxiety Disorder, Panic Disorder, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders, Generalized Anxiety Disorder and Major Depressive Disorder, among others. I also commonly see folks experiencing life transitions, adjustment issues, chronic illness, pregnancy/postpartum, and gender identity concerns. My practice is firmly rooted in empathetic, trauma-informed care, and I approach client concerns from a whole-person, goal-oriented perspective.
J. Joseph Fanska
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCPC, C-DBT, CYMHS
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Gladstone, MO 64119
Welcome! I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master’s degree in Counseling from the University of Missouri and certified in DBT. I have diverse experience in working with teens and young adults in various settings, such as private practice, inpatient psychiatry, youth case management, outpatient substance abuse for teens, and adolescent intensive outpatient programming (IOP). I have also volunteered at a crisis hotline and a child development IRB research lab. I’m a proud Eagle Scout and a Big Brothers Big Sisters of KC mentor. My specialty and passion is helping teens and young adults. I provide in-office services.
Welcome! I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master’s degree in Counseling from the University of Missouri and certified in DBT. I have diverse experience in working with teens and young adults in various settings, such as private practice, inpatient psychiatry, youth case management, outpatient substance abuse for teens, and adolescent intensive outpatient programming (IOP). I have also volunteered at a crisis hotline and a child development IRB research lab. I’m a proud Eagle Scout and a Big Brothers Big Sisters of KC mentor. My specialty and passion is helping teens and young adults. I provide in-office services.
My approach in working with others is focusing on a person's strengths and utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy to develop more positive ways of coping with everyday stress that life throws at us. I graduated with my bachelor's degree in social work in 1991. In 2006 i went to graduate school and received my MSW. I am a LCSW and have primarily worked in the mental health field since receiving my master's degree. My top three specialty areas are grief and loss, mood disorders, and trauma. I love helping people and making a difference even if small at times. Therapy is about change and it is very gratifying to see someone struggling
My approach in working with others is focusing on a person's strengths and utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy to develop more positive ways of coping with everyday stress that life throws at us. I graduated with my bachelor's degree in social work in 1991. In 2006 i went to graduate school and received my MSW. I am a LCSW and have primarily worked in the mental health field since receiving my master's degree. My top three specialty areas are grief and loss, mood disorders, and trauma. I love helping people and making a difference even if small at times. Therapy is about change and it is very gratifying to see someone struggling
Reaching out for support takes strength and courage. I respect this, and my aim is to create a calm, inviting atmosphere where a deep sense of trust can grow between client and therapist. I believe that pain shared is pain lessened and that people can and do recover from issues that have been troubling them for years. I have found that many people enter therapy not because of a complex mental health issue but because of a general feeling of life not being what they would like it to be. I've been there. Many years ago I embarked on my own personal growth journey and I believe that has made me a more compassionate, empathic therapist.
Reaching out for support takes strength and courage. I respect this, and my aim is to create a calm, inviting atmosphere where a deep sense of trust can grow between client and therapist. I believe that pain shared is pain lessened and that people can and do recover from issues that have been troubling them for years. I have found that many people enter therapy not because of a complex mental health issue but because of a general feeling of life not being what they would like it to be. I've been there. Many years ago I embarked on my own personal growth journey and I believe that has made me a more compassionate, empathic therapist.
I am trained in various modalities geared towards processing trauma and associated complex feelings such as Internal Family Systems, Somatic psychology, and Emotion Focused Therapy. Trying to find a therapist that fits you is overwhelming. To help you out, people describe me as casual, laid back, and friendly. I will not stare over a pair of glasses at you or scribble random notes down in a book while you speak. Just you and I, authentically right there in moment.
I am trained in various modalities geared towards processing trauma and associated complex feelings such as Internal Family Systems, Somatic psychology, and Emotion Focused Therapy. Trying to find a therapist that fits you is overwhelming. To help you out, people describe me as casual, laid back, and friendly. I will not stare over a pair of glasses at you or scribble random notes down in a book while you speak. Just you and I, authentically right there in moment.
Align Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Gladstone, MO 64119 (Online Only)
Your alarm clock is going off, and that sense of dread sits in the pit of your stomach. You slept but you don’t feel rested. Brushing your teeth and getting dressed leaves you drained. The idea of “peopling” makes you want to curl in a ball. You have thoughts popping into your head that you aren’t “good enough,” are “an imposter,” or “a failure.” Everyday tasks can feel overwhelming, and you can be your own worst critic when struggling with life transitions, trauma, anxiety or depression. Asking for help can be daunting, as we are often taught to face those internal battles quietly and alone.
Your alarm clock is going off, and that sense of dread sits in the pit of your stomach. You slept but you don’t feel rested. Brushing your teeth and getting dressed leaves you drained. The idea of “peopling” makes you want to curl in a ball. You have thoughts popping into your head that you aren’t “good enough,” are “an imposter,” or “a failure.” Everyday tasks can feel overwhelming, and you can be your own worst critic when struggling with life transitions, trauma, anxiety or depression. Asking for help can be daunting, as we are often taught to face those internal battles quietly and alone.
Kathy Alagna
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gladstone, MO 64118 (Online Only)
My name is Kathy Alagna and I am a licensed therapist in Kansas City, Missouri. My passion is helping individuals with effective counseling and therapy. You may have arrived here because you want to make a change in your life, within yourself, or in your relationship. I believe I can help you because I specialize in facilitating changes and skills that lead to profound transformations. You have already taken the first step which is a great sign of strength. It takes courage, especially if you are new to counseling or therapy. I look forward to meeting you and providing a trusting, supportive, and empowering environment.
My name is Kathy Alagna and I am a licensed therapist in Kansas City, Missouri. My passion is helping individuals with effective counseling and therapy. You may have arrived here because you want to make a change in your life, within yourself, or in your relationship. I believe I can help you because I specialize in facilitating changes and skills that lead to profound transformations. You have already taken the first step which is a great sign of strength. It takes courage, especially if you are new to counseling or therapy. I look forward to meeting you and providing a trusting, supportive, and empowering environment.
Sarah Edelman-Dolan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gladstone, MO 64118
Life is full of transitions, and while some are smooth, others can be a little more on the bumpy side. Those bumps in the road can affect our overall well-being, mentally and physically. Often, we may not even realize just how much mental health is affected by stressors that emerge in life. I am committed to helping guide you through the challenges and find helpful ways to cope. I provide services utilizing a person-centered approach, which encourages clients to be active and take the reins during sessions and throughout treatment.
Life is full of transitions, and while some are smooth, others can be a little more on the bumpy side. Those bumps in the road can affect our overall well-being, mentally and physically. Often, we may not even realize just how much mental health is affected by stressors that emerge in life. I am committed to helping guide you through the challenges and find helpful ways to cope. I provide services utilizing a person-centered approach, which encourages clients to be active and take the reins during sessions and throughout treatment.
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